Summary

Dr. Chitra Akileswaran is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist with 16 years of experience caring for women throughout their reproductive lives. She earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed her residency training at UCSF Medical Center. Dr. Akileswaran specializes in comprehensive women's health care, from routine gynecologic services to complex obstetric management.

Dr. Akileswaran practices at locations throughout Oakland, California, and maintains hospital privileges at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights. She has particular expertise in managing high-risk pregnancies and addressing abnormal uterine bleeding. Her practice includes essential women's health services such as pregnancy testing, fetal ultrasounds, and follow-up care for abnormal Pap tests.

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Quick Facts

  • 16 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Chitra Akileswaran has 2 locations

Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus

1411 E 31st StOakland, CA 94602

Dr. Chitra Akileswaran

490 Grand AveOakland, CA 94610

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16 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, Spanish, English Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Oakland , CAFairfield , CARedwood City , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Chitra Akileswaran

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Brand New Day
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareSource
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Chitra Akileswaran has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Chitra Akileswaran has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Child Birth
  • Infertility
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • Pregnancy
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsf Medical Center

Medical School

Harvard Medical SchoolGraduated in 2011
HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOLGraduated in 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Chitra Akileswaran's office located?
Dr. Chitra Akileswaran's office is located at 1411 E 31st St, Oakland, CA, 94602.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Chitra Akileswaran affiliated with?
Dr. Chitra Akileswaran is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chitra Akileswaran?
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